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...to perform vehicle maintenance and what to get service and owner publications. Problems on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your seats and safety belts properly. . * a The 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells ...you how to drive under different conditions. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find of in something you want to operate your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. ...
...to perform vehicle maintenance and what to get service and owner publications. Problems on the Road This section tells what fluids and lubricants to use your seats and safety belts properly. . * a The 1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells ...you how to drive under different conditions. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find of in something you want to operate your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. ...
Owner's Manual
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of There is an electrica problem. An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" ...
of There is an electrica problem. An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. The system checks the air bag electrical system for more information. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" ...
Owner's Manual
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What will be some people may be warm, but not you have breathing problems but can or the instrument panel.Air bags supplementthe protection provided by opening a window or door. 1-25 will be regarded as so. How doesan air ... breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone the vehicle should never be hot for the instrument panelfor the rightfront passenger's bag -- This dust could cause breathing problems for people with may not even realize air bag inflated. Air bag in system triggers a release gas from vents the deflated air bags. Air bags...
What will be some people may be warm, but not you have breathing problems but can or the instrument panel.Air bags supplementthe protection provided by opening a window or door. 1-25 will be regarded as so. How doesan air ... breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone the vehicle should never be hot for the instrument panelfor the rightfront passenger's bag -- This dust could cause breathing problems for people with may not even realize air bag inflated. Air bag in system triggers a release gas from vents the deflated air bags. Air bags...
Owner's Manual
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... you if everything is are the working properly-- Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on Engine Exhaust 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-33 2-36 2-37 2-3 8 2-40 2-42 2-47 2-48 2-52 Operation of... Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained the instrument panel and warning systems that tell you have a problem. and what to Use the High/Low Beam Headlamp Changer Windshield Wipers and Fluid Using Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)...
... you if everything is are the working properly-- Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on Engine Exhaust 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-30 2-33 2-36 2-37 2-3 8 2-40 2-42 2-47 2-48 2-52 Operation of... Parking Brake Guidelines Important Information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained the instrument panel and warning systems that tell you have a problem. and what to Use the High/Low Beam Headlamp Changer Windshield Wipers and Fluid Using Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)...
Owner's Manual
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... if you park ina lot where someone will gooff after the engine started. may need service.See your vehicle? In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at Night Passlock TM Park in a lighted spot, close all the doors except the driver's. fuel is not used, your ...the engine. Remember to leave something valuable your dealer for service. is Parking Lots Passlock enables fuel the ignition lock cylinder is running, a problem has been detected and the system 0 Lock all windows and lock your trunk SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashin or glove ...
... if you park ina lot where someone will gooff after the engine started. may need service.See your vehicle? In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at Night Passlock TM Park in a lighted spot, close all the doors except the driver's. fuel is not used, your ...the engine. Remember to leave something valuable your dealer for service. is Parking Lots Passlock enables fuel the ignition lock cylinder is running, a problem has been detected and the system 0 Lock all windows and lock your trunk SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashin or glove ...
Owner's Manual
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... help you or also others from injury. Tachometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that something is a be problem with this happens. x 1000 RPM The tachometer shows your engine speed in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly...
... help you or also others from injury. Tachometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that something is a be problem with this happens. x 1000 RPM The tachometer shows your engine speed in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly...
Owner's Manual
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... belt light will also comeon and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it . So please getto know there's a problem with one there may beisor problem a with your vehicle's functions. Gages can be a problem, check the section that tells you what to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt already buckled...
... belt light will also comeon and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it . So please getto know there's a problem with one there may beisor problem a with your vehicle's functions. Gages can be a problem, check the section that tells you what to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver's safety belt already buckled...
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...is an air bag readiness light on when are driving, your air bag you system may have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. system The checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. for seconds when you there is working. Then the light should go out. ~.... 2-54 could drain your vehicle serviced right away. Have it will . For more information on could indicate that It you if there a problem. This light will be the certain to turn the ignition keyON. Have your battery. If you mustdrive a short distance with light on the ignition...
...is an air bag readiness light on when are driving, your air bag you system may have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem. system The checks the air bag's electrical system malfunctions. for seconds when you there is working. Then the light should go out. ~.... 2-54 could drain your vehicle serviced right away. Have it will . For more information on could indicate that It you if there a problem. This light will be the certain to turn the ignition keyON. Have your battery. If you mustdrive a short distance with light on the ignition...
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..., have the vehicle towed for service. If it will be ready to an accident. If the light and chime come on after you have a brake problem. This light should come on , nave the If vehicle towedfor service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) BRAKE Your brake system may take longer... braking, though, you need both parts working properly if the brake system warning light on , there could be working well. Brake System Warning Light Your Chevrolet's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.If one part isn't working, other part can lead to warn you if there...
..., have the vehicle towed for service. If it will be ready to an accident. If the light and chime come on after you have a brake problem. This light should come on , nave the If vehicle towedfor service. (See "Towing Your Vehicle" in the Index.) BRAKE Your brake system may take longer... braking, though, you need both parts working properly if the brake system warning light on , there could be working well. Brake System Warning Light Your Chevrolet's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts.If one part isn't working, other part can lead to warn you if there...
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...gage shows the engine coolant temperature. light comes on andthe chime soundswhen you there is a problem. Then start your engine and it will be on if ready to warn you 're ... don't have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions,you have anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your regular brakes. in this section. If the to light doesn't come then, haveit fixed so ... you turn the engine as soon as possible and off In "Problems on the Road," this manual shows what to do. It means that your Chevrolet needs service.the regular If brake system warning light isn't on,...
...gage shows the engine coolant temperature. light comes on andthe chime soundswhen you there is a problem. Then start your engine and it will be on if ready to warn you 're ... don't have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions,you have anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your regular brakes. in this section. If the to light doesn't come then, haveit fixed so ... you turn the engine as soon as possible and off In "Problems on the Road," this manual shows what to do. It means that your Chevrolet needs service.the regular If brake system warning light isn't on,...
Owner's Manual
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... OBD II is replaced by the system before opening the hood. Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that there is a problem and service is required. sound to assist your vehicle. This may prevent This more serious damage to produce a cleaner environment. (In signs... any problemis apparent. Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Chevrolet is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. CHECK If this light comes on and stays...
... OBD II is replaced by the system before opening the hood. Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that there is a problem and service is required. sound to assist your vehicle. This may prevent This more serious damage to produce a cleaner environment. (In signs... any problemis apparent. Low Coolant Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you turn Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) Your Chevrolet is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. CHECK If this light comes on and stays...
Owner's Manual
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... turn on. A few driving trips should turn light off . Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to any mechanical or fix electrical problems that may have your electrical system may be corrected when electrical system the dries out. light Have you recently changed brands fuel? If you experience...
... turn on. A few driving trips should turn light off . Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to any mechanical or fix electrical problems that may have your electrical system may be corrected when electrical system the dries out. light Have you recently changed brands fuel? If you experience...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition is on but the light will hear a chime when you are driving. Have fuse it doesn't comeon with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the or bulb. The engine couldbe low on oil, or could be costly is not covered and by your warranty. 2-60 you do, your... oil pressure is If if low. I NOTICE: Damage to show you is as possible and have some other oil problem. Oil Pressure Warning Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine,or come on and you will go out when the...
... ignition is on but the light will hear a chime when you are driving. Have fuse it doesn't comeon with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the or bulb. The engine couldbe low on oil, or could be costly is not covered and by your warranty. 2-60 you do, your... oil pressure is If if low. I NOTICE: Damage to show you is as possible and have some other oil problem. Oil Pressure Warning Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine,or come on and you will go out when the...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle has If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a been shut off If the vehicle fails to checking the oil level, be a problem with a3 100 engine, then you should be protected by Passlock, and you will not be checked. If the light comes on continuously while driving...
... your vehicle has If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a been shut off If the vehicle fails to checking the oil level, be a problem with a3 100 engine, then you should be protected by Passlock, and you will not be checked. If the light comes on continuously while driving...
Owner's Manual
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... PARK NEUTRAL (N). The chime will continue until all doors are closed and completely latched. If a this light will come on and chime if it detects a problem on the vehicle, such as possible. You will stay on or come on briefly when you turn on the ignition. Service Vehicle Soon Light This...
... PARK NEUTRAL (N). The chime will continue until all doors are closed and completely latched. If a this light will come on and chime if it detects a problem on the vehicle, such as possible. You will stay on or come on briefly when you turn on the ignition. Service Vehicle Soon Light This...
Owner's Manual
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... more soon. The gage movesa little when you turn a corner or speed up than half the tank's capacity to fill up . None of these showa problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shuts before off the ignition. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), the light will hear...
... more soon. The gage movesa little when you turn a corner or speed up than half the tank's capacity to fill up . None of these showa problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shuts before off the ignition. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), the light will hear...
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... each had 1/2 ounces 1(45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. 4-3 The length of time it depends on the problem. The drinker's body weight The amount of food that is some estimates, nearly half the adult population-- U.S. The person would reach the same...deaths are good medical, psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws. choose never to drive? The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is drinking depends upon four things: Judgment The amount of alcohol consumed Drunken Driving 0 MuscularCoordination Vision Attentiveness. It's number one contributor ...
... each had 1/2 ounces 1(45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. 4-3 The length of time it depends on the problem. The drinker's body weight The amount of food that is some estimates, nearly half the adult population-- U.S. The person would reach the same...deaths are good medical, psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws. choose never to drive? The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is drinking depends upon four things: Judgment The amount of alcohol consumed Drunken Driving 0 MuscularCoordination Vision Attentiveness. It's number one contributor ...
Owner's Manual
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... is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to stops, you do a lot heavy braking. If there's a problem with of better braking and longer brake life. rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is an advanced electronic braking system that will useit when...
... is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to stops, you do a lot heavy braking. If there's a problem with of better braking and longer brake life. rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is an advanced electronic braking system that will useit when...
Owner's Manual
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You can of the curve, and then remove as much speed as curve, doit before you can "drive" through the Your Chevrolet can from between based on the Steering in Emergencies accelerator pedal, steer vehicle the way you do if this ever happens? to avoid these .... there isn't room. steering around the problem, to adjust your speed. wheels are Of out from nowhere, or a child darts out from a possible accelerate gently into straightaway. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed....
You can of the curve, and then remove as much speed as curve, doit before you can "drive" through the Your Chevrolet can from between based on the Steering in Emergencies accelerator pedal, steer vehicle the way you do if this ever happens? to avoid these .... there isn't room. steering around the problem, to adjust your speed. wheels are Of out from nowhere, or a child darts out from a possible accelerate gently into straightaway. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed....
Owner's Manual
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... the surface slippery until your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking shifting to slow down on a surface with night vision problems, or by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, try your is vehicle is skidding. such as enough water, or packed snow on the road. Remember...
... the surface slippery until your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration or braking (including engine braking shifting to slow down on a surface with night vision problems, or by alcohol or drugs, with reduced traction, try your is vehicle is skidding. such as enough water, or packed snow on the road. Remember...